Earl H. Boyer, 56

Born March 21, 1951, in Altoona, son of Earl E. and Mary A. Boyer, Berlin. He is also survived by close friend Susan Eldridge, Lake Hamilton; and these siblings, Gayla B. Adams and husband, Charles, Monroe, N.C.; Gregory E. Boyer, Las Vegas; Jackalin L. Boland and husband, Ray, Bakersville; R. Scott Boyer and wife, Deborah, Somerset; Randy J. Hagins and wife, Charlene, Largo, Fla.; Jeri L. Phillips and husband, Dale, LaValle, Md.; and Anne E. Onstead and husband, Jeffrey, Berlin; and numerous nieces and nephews. Earl was a former welder at Somerset Welding and Steel, and later with Duel Tech in Lake Hamilton. He is a decorated veteran of the Vietnam War with the rank of sergeant. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Monday at Berlin Brethren Church. Pastor Eugene Oburn officiating. In lieu of flowers the family is asking for donations, to benefit the critical care unit, be sent to Conemaugh Health Fund, 1086 Franklin St., Johnstown, PA 15905. Arrangements by Deaner Funeral Home, Berlin.